With good reason, the U.S. Virgin Islands are called “America’s Paradise.” Beautiful tropical beaches and a laid-back atmosphere are a great backdrop for beginning a law career, as four recent RWU Law grads are learning. Nagesh Tammara ‘04 paved the way for Melissa Malloy ‘07, Meetu Dhar ‘07 and Mary Kibble ‘08 to reap the benefits of working in the hands-on environment of the Virgin Island court system.
Nagesh found his way to the Virgin Islands through a friend’s recommendation and his experience was rewarding. “I witnessed several high-profile trials and have gained invaluable knowledge and skills as I move forward in my career as a litigator.” He also made it a personal goal to inform other Roger Williams students of the diverse and invaluable opportunities that the Virgin Islands offer.
Melissa discovered the opportunities in the Virgin Islands through Nagesh’s postings on the RWU Law Career Services website. “I knew that I wanted to clerk because it would enable me to sharpen my analytic, research, and writing skills before beginning my career as a litigator and/or appellate attorney.” Part of what drew her to the Virgin Islands was that the fact that the court is very young providing the opportunity to research how a particular issue is dealt with across all U.S. jurisdictions. Furthermore, Melissa has the chance to help make new case law with each new opinion she drafts.
Meetu has been clerking in the Superior Court for a year now. She has received excellent mentorship from her Judge. “I knew he had a lot to offer me for my continued professional growth. He has provided me with the guidance and knowledge needed to transition from law school to a working environment.”
Mary Kibble begins her clerkship at the Supreme Court in St. Croix in September. Best of luck to our law graduates in paradise!
